(a) The Board may, in its discretion, waive the examination of and issue a license to practice barbering, beauty culture or manicuring to any person possessing the qualifications prescribed by section 454 of this chapter who is the holder of a license to practice such trade, then in full force and effect, issued under the laws of any state or foreign country; Provided, however, That such person has at least two years of experience in the practice of barbering, beauty culture or manicuring.
(b) The Board may, in its discretion, waive the examination of and issue a license to practice barbering to any person possessing the qualifications prescribed by section 454(1), (2) and (3) who proves to the satisfaction of the Board that he has practiced barbering for a period of at least five years.